What to Do When QuickBooks Desktop
Won’t Open?
Before delving into the causes and solutions for the QuickBooks Desktop not starting or opening errors,
it’s crucial to understand the basics of the issue. Your QuickBooks Desktop won’t open basically when
there is any damage to the program. Sometimes, no error message appears on the screen, but the
system freezes suddenly. This can lead to problems with your PC or loss of important data files.
The problem of QuickBooks desktop not opening or starting is one such irritating error that can leave you
at a standstill. To assist you in resolving the issue or not responding to an error, we have prepared this
section outlining the complete steps to fix the issue.
If you’re pressed for time to resolve the QuickBooks Desktop error, you can reach out to our
professional, toll-free number. Our certified experts are ready to assist you in quickly and easily resolving
this error.
What Triggers QuickBooks Desktop Not Starting Error?
When attempting to open QuickBooks or a company file, if the program fails to start or open, an error
occurs. It is crucial to identify the factors that can cause such an error to perform the correct steps. Let’s
take a look:
•If the location of the company file is damaged or corrupted.
•If QuickBooks Desktop is installed incorrectly.
Solution to fix QuickBooks Desktop Not Starting Error
This QuickBooks issue can be resolved easily, and here are some solutions to this problem, which will also
address the QuickBooks Script Error:
Solution 1: Try accessing the company file from a different location
• Frequently, the company file location can become damaged or corrupted, resulting in this error. Follow
the brief instructions provided below:
• Press the Win + E keys simultaneously to open the Windows Explorer window.
• Look for the file that ends with .qbw. If the file is located on a network server, perform the search in the
Network drive where the data file is located.
• Right-click the file and select Copy.
• Go to the C: drive and make a new folder called QBTEST.
• Open the new QBTEST folder and Paste the company file into it.
• Open QuickBooks while holding the CTRL key.
• Select the Open or restore an existing company option and browse to the C:\QBTEST folder created
earlier to open the file.
Solution 2: Repair your QuickBooks Desktop installation
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Tab Ctrl + Alt + Del to open the Task Manager.
Select Task Manager from the options.
Now, open Task Manager & navigate to the Processes tab.
Right-click on any QuickBooks process.
Select End Process.
If prompted to confirm, click End all processes.
Try restarting QuickBooks again.
Trying any of the methods mentioned above should resolve the issue of QuickBooks Desktop won’t
open. However, if none of these methods work, we recommend contacting our QuickBooks Enterprise
technical support team. Our team of experts and certified professionals can assist you with the issue. You
can reach us by calling our tech support number at 1.855.856.0042, and our dedicated support team will
provide you with the best possible support services.